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Cllr Rob Reaney, Reform UK's deputy leader of Derbyshire County Council. Image from Eddie Bisknell.

Scathing assault unleashed on “entitled” Derbyshire’s children’s services department

A scathing attack has been unleashed on an “entitled” Derbyshire children’s services department that is reportedly “throwing away millions” due to “habitual” budget overspending. The no holds barred criticism occurred during a Derbyshire County Council scrutiny meeting at which councillors examined a £27.5 million children’s services overspend for the past year. Councillor Sarah Reaney, Reform UK chair of the meeting, started things off, saying: “It seems to be systemic that children’s services overspend all the time. Why is that allowed to […]

13 July 2026 6

Representatives receiving the award.. (Credit: Better Times)

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Derbyshire secures top national award for custody scrutiny

Derbyshire has secured a prestigious national award for the outstanding quality of its Independent Custody Visiting (ICV) scheme. The scheme, managed by Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts, has received a ‘platinum’ award – the highest possible grade in the Independent Custody Visiting Association’s (ICVA) Quality Assurance Framework. Derbyshire is one of only nine of the 43 police force areas in England and Wales to achieve platinum status. This prestigious accolade places Derbyshire among the highest-performing Independent Custody Visiting […]

9 July 2026 2

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Savings from Derbyshire Councils restructure have all but disappeared, officials have warned

Potential savings from the scrapping, merging and creation of new Derbyshire councils have all but disappeared, officials have warned. A joint letter on behalf of the 10 chief executives for Derby and Derbyshire’s councils, seen by the Local Democracy Reporting Service, says the situation for planned new authorities has “deteriorated” and “worsened”. This comes in the final days before Government is due to announce its decisions on how Derbyshire councils will be scrapped and merged into new authorities – either […]

7 July 2026

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Regional fostering partnership to be strengthened

Plans to help boost the number of foster carers so that more children can live in stable, loving family homes closer to their communities have been approved by Derbyshire County Council. The proposals will bring the recruitment, assessment and approval of carers under one regional partnership to speed up the process and ensure consistent support is in place throughout the fostering journey. Derbyshire is already part of the existing Foster for East Midlands Councils (FFEMC) partnership together with Derby City, […]

2 July 2026

Borough Wide

More than 850 e-scooters seized since new approach

Derbyshire Police officers are continuing to stop e-scooter riders and seize their vehicles after they have been seen being used illegally, as highlighted in a video featuring two recent stops made by the force's bikes team. In the video, both e-scooter riders were using the vehicles illegally and riders attempted to evade police but were eventually stopped with both e-scooters being seized and destroyed. More than 850 e-scooters have been seized since a new approach began in November 2024. Alongside […]

2 July 2026 24

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Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Authority names Derbyshire’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Authority has today announced Damien West as the Service’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer. The decision follows a comprehensive selection process assessing leadership, operational experience, and strategic capability. Councillor Mark Cliff, Chair of the Fire and Rescue Authority and Chair of the Brigade Managers Appointments Panel, said: “Damien’s appointment as Derbyshire’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer reflects both his extensive experience and his clear commitment to public service. “His career journey, from an On Call firefighter […]

25 June 2026 17

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New £31m investment to bring empty homes back into use and unlock housing growth

More than £31 million is set to be invested by the Mayor of the East Midlands to create more homes, bring empty properties back into use and support the regeneration of communities across the region. The proposals include £30m for a new Housing and Regeneration Fund and £1.6m to bring empty homes back into use and help tackle homelessness. Together, the two funds would help tackle housing shortages, improve neighbourhoods and support people who need a safe and secure place […]

25 June 2026 19

Spencer Lamb - arrested (Credit: NCA Media Team)

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Fugitive tracked down in Belgium is 100th Operation Captura arrest

Another fugitive from the National Crime Agency’s “most wanted” list has been arrested. Spencer Dillon Lamb, 33, was detained by Belgian police officers in a rental property in Brecht on Thursday 18th June. Drugs and a firearm were also recovered from the property during the operation, which was supported by the NCA and Derbyshire Police. He was previously thought to have links to Spain. After extensive research, the arrest was carried out by the Fugitives Active Search Team Belgium in […]

19 June 2026 61

Thermal road repairs are a new technique being rolled out for town centre and residential streets in Derbyshire (Credit: DCC)

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New improvements to boost Derbyshire’s pothole repair service

Derbyshire County Council is stepping up efforts to tackle potholes across the county, with new treatments, techniques and equipment designed to improve the speed, quality and durability of repairs. The move is part of the county council’s continued investment into Derbyshire’s highways, as part of its £70 million Capital Programme, to continuously improve the way roads are maintained, whilst offering longevity and value for money. As part of this, the council is exploring the use of a JCB Pothole Pro […]

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Derbyshire

Scathing assault unleashed on “entitled” Derbyshire’s children’s services department

Derbyshire secures top national award for custody scrutiny

Savings from Derbyshire Councils restructure have all but disappeared, officials have warned

Regional fostering partnership to be strengthened

More than 850 e-scooters seized since new approach

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Authority names Derbyshire’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer

New £31m investment to bring empty homes back into use and unlock housing growth

Fugitive tracked down in Belgium is 100th Operation Captura arrest

New improvements to boost Derbyshire’s pothole repair service

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